Best Mobility Routines on YouTube—and Why You Need Them
What is a mobility routine?
You may think it’s just a fancy term for stretching but the two are not one in the same.
The purpose of stretching is to elongate your muscle tissue— promoting flexibility and releasing stiffness.
The purpose of mobility training is to increase the range of motion (how far you can move in a given direction) in your joints.
Stretching is typically static and passive— it involves holding a pose for an extended period of time in order to elongate your muscle tissue.
Mobility exercises are more active and typically involve repetition and movement.
Practicing both stretching and mobility training is a holistic way to keep your muscles and joints super healthy and ready for your workouts.
So, now that we cleared that up— let’s talk more about the importance of mobility training.
How often do you think about your joint health?
Probably not often.
It’s super easy to skip out on pre or post workout stretching— let alone commit to a regular mobility routine dedicated to your joints.
If you’re busy (you probably are)— you may feel like it’s a waste of time.
If you’re not burning calories or building muscle, why do it?
Here’s why.
Your mobility health is super important—especially as you age.
The basic definition of mobility is the ability to move freely and easily throughout your day and your life.
It’s a gift that you probably take for granted 99% of the time.
Yet, mobility is involved in getting out of bed, taking care of your kids, walking to work, climbing the stairs—everything.
As we age, our mobility tends to decline. According to research, loss of mobility affects at least 30% of Americans over the age of 65.
So, how can you improve your mobility and help prevent this loss as you get older?
Consistent mobility workouts.
Here are even more benefits of mobility routines:
Improves fitness performance
Improves flexibility
Helps to increase range of motion
Improves balance and stability
Promotes sore muscle recovery
Improves circulation
Promotes relaxation
Helps prevent injury
Improves joint health and helps prevent joint deterioration
Supports fascial system (the connective tissue surrounding every part of your body, providing it with structure)
Are you convinced yet?
Tip: A great day to do a mobility workout is on your rest day.
It’s honestly so relaxing and makes your body feel so good.
Or you can add one in pre or post workout session.
Whatever feels good to you, as long as you are consistently taking the time to slow down, connect with your hardworking beautiful body, and stretch.
Here are five completely free mobility workouts via my favorite YouTube fitness channels.
Via @mariesteffen
Via @EleniFit
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Via @MadFit
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